Manchester
Job Title: Field Engineer – Communications Location: UK Security Clearance: Eligible for UK SC / DV Overview Our client is seeking a skilled Field Engineer to support the installation, integration, and maintenance of secure communications systems within defence environments. The role involves hands-on technical work at customer sites, ensuring mission-critical secure communications equipment performs reliably in the field. This position suits an engineering professional with a strong background in tactical communications, RF systems, encryption, and networked defence equipment who enjoys working in customer-facing, high-reliability environments. Key Responsibilities • Install, integrate, and commission secure voice, data, and radio communication systems onboard naval, land, or joint platforms., • Conduct field testing, diagnostics, and fault resolution of hardware and software components., • Provide technical support and user training to military or government end-users., • Execute site surveys, configuration management, and field upgrades according to engineering change procedures., • Collaborate with systems engineers, project managers, and OEM partners to ensure successful deployments., • Maintain detailed documentation, including technical reports, test results, and configuration records., • Assist in pre-deployment readiness testing and provide post-delivery technical analysis or recommendations. Essential Qualifications and Experience • Degree or technical qualification in Electronics, Communications, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience)., • Experience supporting secure communications systems, such as COMSEC, HF/VHF/UHF, or IP-based encrypted networks., • Competence in fault-finding, installation, and field modifications to hardware and network systems., • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with defence customers and field personnel. Desirable Skills • Experience in naval or land systems integration projects., • Knowledge of EW, SIGINT, or secure networking technologies., • Understanding of RF propagation, antenna systems, or platform integration constraints., • Familiarity with Microsoft and Linux-based secure configurations., • Willingness to travel internationally for field deployments and trials. What We Offer • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge secure communications and mission systems in operational environments., • Professional development, technical training, and long-term career progression in defence engineering., • Engagement in strategic national and NATO programmes, directly supporting defence resilience and capability.